Equipment Engineer, Remanufacturing, Energy

Tesla•Sparks, NV

About The Position

Tesla’s Energy Remanufacturing team is looking for a highly motivated Equipment and Manufacturing Engineer to create, develop and scale up manufacturing processes for our Energy products remanufacturing operations. This role will invent, develop, scale up and optimize manufacturing processes within a cross-functional engineering team. This role will also be responsible for line layout development and iteration. In this role, you will work closely with many organizations both internal and external to Tesla to evaluate field data and drive improvements to our product development and manufacturing processes. Be an expert leader in the technical discussion and define process and equipment development roadmap for assembly processes

Requirements

6+ years relevant experience in interdisciplinary/integrated engineering, process development, manufacturing engineering
Evidence of deep understanding of engineering fundamentals and ability to apply them towards manufacturing process development
Demonstrated capabilities in manufacturing process development for new products and Ability to transfer technologies from R&D into manufacturing is required
Proven ability to successfully manage multiple projects and meet deliverable deadlines amidst changing requirements, deadlines, and priorities
Manufacturing process specification and evaluation experience

Nice To Haves

Experience with dispensing applications, welding, and electromechanical assembly is preferred
Experience with PLC programming, troubleshooting and configuration. Good overall computer skills with demonstrated ability in Siemens programming language is preferred
3+ years in a highly automated, high volume manufacturing facility, good understanding of Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), Safety, Ergonomics, Change Point Management, Spare Parts Management, is a plus
Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for learning systems quickly. Able to utilize structured problem-solving techniques such as DMAIC, Ishikawa, Five Why (5W) or Eight Disciplines (8D). Able to resolve high level performance issues into addressable actions, preferred
Able to read and interpret basic mechanical drawings and electrical schematics, experience developing and improving HMI’s, Fanuc Robotics/Ignition Experience, preferred

Responsibilities

Work with internal and external teams to develop innovative process, product and equipment design solutions to advance manufacturing
Plan and execute DoEs to characterize boundary conditions and optimize process for manufacturability and quality
Develop and manage PFMEA, DFMEA risk assessments to prioritize process improvement projects and ensure adequate metrology and controls are in place
Use tools like Minitab/JMP for data analysis and presentation of experimental data
Establish process controls for SPC and develop process related OCAPs
Lead product design for manufacturability (DFM), DFMEA and sustainability, including:
Analysis of product design and identification of potential risks to the process
Run CAE/CFD simulations to theoretically understand /De-risk new process/Equipment design changes
Build process documentation to accurately define the process to cross-functional teams (equipment, quality, production, etc.)

Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D
Short-term and long-term disability insurance (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program